MECHANICAL FITTER & BOILERMAKER

1. MECHANICAL FITTER (FIXED-TERM CONTRACT)

 

Job Description

Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced candidates for appointment to the above-mentioned position in the Major Projects Function, reporting to the Laydown Area Controller.

Key Performance Areas

• Assist with installation, checking and testing of heavy and light machinery, including mills, mill components, chutes, conveyors and assorted steelwork.

• Perform daily checks on all plant to prevent breakdowns.

• Strip, clean, overhaul, record information, repair and install pumps, gearboxes, continuous and valves, etc.

• Perform bearing assembly, liner flow checks, top cap inspection and sub-assemblies.

• Perform motor, gearbox and pump alignments.

• Install screwed pipework and fittings in the Mill.

• Install headstocks, rolls, caps, scrapers and knives for the Mill.

• Assist with rigging work as required.

• Enhance housekeeping standards by cleaning work areas and depositing scrap.

• Promote and adhere to Ubombo Sugar’s procedures, policies and guidelines, including those relating to SHERQ, Competition Law and Anti-Bribery and Corruption (ABC).

Job Requirements

• Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or N4 Certificate or equivalent.

• Trade Test Certificate.

• Completed apprenticeship with at least two years’ post-apprenticeship experience.

• Knowledge of engineering spares.

• Ability to speak, read and write English.

• Knowledge of the Continuous Improvement system.

Rewards

The position offers a competitive package commensurate with qualifications, experience and value-add.

How to Apply

Applications must include:

• Detailed CV.

• Copies of qualifications in PDF format.

• Names of two referees.

Applications must be marked “Artisan Fitter (Major Projects)” and forwarded to the Human Resources Head or emailed to Recruitment@illovo.co.za on or before 19 October 2026.

Note: If you do not receive correspondence within 10 days after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

 

2. BOILERMAKER (FIXED-TERM CONTRACT)

Company: Ubombo Sugar Limited Department: Major Projects Reports to: Laydown Area Controller Location: Big Bend, Eswatini Closing Date: 19 October 2026

Job Description

Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced candidates for appointment to the above-mentioned position in the Major Projects Function, reporting to the Laydown Area Controller.

Key Performance Areas

• Fabrication of pipes, chutes, hoppers, platforms, staircases, steel structures, and cable tray/pipe racks for the Mill.

• Welding pipes, frames, hoppers, cones, machines and anything that needs welding.

• Fabricate frames, pump bases and beams.

• Scaffold construction.

• Jacking bolts for the headstocks and modifications to casings or guards.

• Drilling of flanges, frames, flat bars, etc.

• Perform rigging work as required.

• Enhance housekeeping standards by cleaning work areas and depositing scrap in the areas allocated for such purposes.

• Ensure work is done to the highest standards of safety, follow safe work rules and not permit any unsafe acts.

• Promote and adhere to Ubombo Sugar’s procedures, policies and guidelines, including those relating to SHERQ, Competition Law and Anti-Bribery and Corruption (ABC).

Job Requirements

• Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or N4 and a Trade Test.

• Minimum of two years’ post-apprenticeship experience as a qualified artisan Boilermaker.

• Knowledge of mechanical equipment.

• Knowledge of coded welding will be an advantage.

• Knowledge of the Integrated Quality, Safety, Health and Environmental (QSHE) and Food Safety System.

• Must be familiar with the Continuous Improvement system.

Rewards

The position offers a competitive package commensurate with qualifications, experience and value-add.

How to Apply

Applications must include:

• Detailed CV.

• Copies of qualifications in PDF format.

• Names of two referees.

Applications must be marked “Boilermaker – Major Projects” and forwarded to the Human Resources Head or emailed to Recruitment@illovo.co.za on or before 19 October 2026.

Note: If you do not receive correspondence within 10 days after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

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